want to take care of you,” I whispered hoarsely. “I want to protect you. And I would even if I didn’t owe Corbie your bride price. I would even if we weren’t bound as mates. You owe me nothing, Taryn Hunt. You are the best thing that has ever happened to me. Not a mistake. Not a regret.” A furious tear crested her lashes and rolled down her cheek. “I can ignore my vows and fight our bond same as you. Damn the consequences.
